Parenting
Follow the latest Parenting news, videos, and analysis from ABC News.
- Sep 15
Parents, take note: Kids, teen, college student mental health problems on the rise
A new report from WHO says one in three college students worldwide have a mental health condition.
Sep 15
- Sep 13
Momtroversy: Should dads 'comfort nurse' their babies?
A dad's viral video has everyone talking.
Sep 13
- Sep 5
New guidelines on kids, concussions, and what to do
It’s a common fear for parents whose children may get hurt while playing sports.
Sep 5
- Sep 4
'I'm not a housekeeper': Mom's candid post draws support from stay-at-home parents
A woman who's keeping it real in an essay about being a stay-at-home mom is sparking conversations among parents on Facebook.
Sep 4
- Sep 3
Kids should stay in rear-facing car seats as long as possible, new guidelines say
Children should stay in rear-facing car seats as long as possible to protect their developing heads, necks and spines.
Sep 3
- Aug 20
- Aug 17
'What Would You Do?' examines the controversial free-range parenting style
In the scenario, a parent drops off her young son at the boardwalk to play.
Aug 17
- Aug 14
This mom's back-to-school drop-off video left us in stitches because it's true
Some of us are not morning people.
Aug 14
- Aug 9
How one mom is changing a town's law on breastfeeding in public
Colleen Morgan, 33, was surprised to find a breastfeeding regulation in her town's pool rules.
Aug 9
- Aug 7
Serena Williams gets real about 'postpartum emotions,' struggle between work and motherhood
Williams, 36, described a struggle to balance her tennis career and motherhood.
Aug 7
- Jul 31
Moms being shamed for leaving kids unattended ignites heated parenting debate
A New York Times article is sparking an online debate about why leaving your children unattended has become taboo.
Jul 31 - Jun 17
Warning for parents as summer pool season gets underway
New video shows toddlers making their way to outdoor pools and climbing in despite safeguards in place; the video serves as a warning to moms and dads everywhere.
Jun 17 - Jun 14
Alabama sisters give birth on same day, hours apart, again
Their first children were also born around same time nine years ago.
Jun 14 - Jun 7
Canine caper: Toddler's adorable escape from her bedroom revealed on baby camera
Camera footage reveals to parents how their 15-month-old daughter escaped her bed and room Friday night.
Jun 7 - Jun 1
Serena Williams calls post-pregnancy the 'fourth trimester': Why she's right and what women should know
Williams is playing in her first Grand Slam since giving birth to her daughter.
Jun 1 - May 25
2 moms get huge results after petitioning Amtrak for better breastfeeding facilities
They started two petitions one that targeted the Philadelphia station and one that targeted the Washington station.
May 25 - May 18
Here are the names of your baby's future classmates
Definitely plan on an invitation to Liam's birthday party.
May 18 - May 8
Utah's 'free-range parenting' law is now officially in effect
The new law legalizing free-range parenting is now in effect in Utah.
May 8 - Apr 26
Mom outraged after preschooler told not say 'best friend'
A mother is furious after she says her daughter was told not to say "best friend" at school because it could exclude others.
Apr 26 - Apr 12
'It just felt right': Woman adopts baby after sitting next to pregnant woman on a plane
Samantha Snipes was already contemplating putting her baby up for adoption when a chance encounter led her to the woman who would adopt her son.
Apr 12 - Mar 1
Is breastfeeding good for Mom’s heart?
Women with normal blood pressure during pregnancy may be able to reduce their risk of heart disease by breastfeeding for at least six months per birth.
Mar 1 - Feb 22
- Feb 20
Meet Ginger Zee's new baby
ABC News' chief meteorologist, who is currently on maternity leave, appears live on "GMA' via Skype with her newborn son, Miles.
Feb 20 - Jan 26
Why parents should think twice about supplying kids with alcohol
A new study suggests that this commonly used strategy may be misguided.
Jan 26 - Jan 13
Simple tips for happier kids and parents
How to be a more mindful parent, focused on accepting your children for who they are rather than on who you expect them to be.
Jan 13 - Dec 7
Mom vilified for self-care post responds to backlash
She skipped an assembly to work out. What happened next was shocking.
Dec 7 - Dec 6
Wirecutter's top picks for strollers
Wirecutter, the popular product review site, released its buyer's guide for strollers and shared some of its top picks with "GMA."
Dec 6 - Nov 15
Mom's raw photo of her stretch marks resonates with many
"It’s no doubt a testament to the miracles my body has made."
Nov 15 - Nov 10
Mom and daughters go viral with matching outfits
Photos of Dominique Davis and her daughters get thousands of likes on Instagram.
Nov 10 - Oct 31
- Oct 27
11-month-old baby takes 1st steps to mother's delight
Quasheqa Bell, of Williston, South Carolina, was so excited to see her 11-month-old daughter Jisele take her first steps.
Oct 27 - Oct 23
- Oct 20
Parents' photos show before-and-after transformation of having kids
Mike Julianelle,a blogger and father of two, is sharing the photos online.
Oct 20 - Sep 28
Mom's viral post of horrific car accident reminds parents of importance of car seats
Her kids came away unharmed.
Sep 28 - Sep 20
- Sep 11
Dad's rules for dating his 5 daughters go viral: 'You'll have to ask them'
"You'll have to ask them," he wrote, among other things to empower them.
Sep 11 - Sep 7
Alanis Morissette reveals struggle with postpartum depression after birth of 2nd child
"I was devastated," the Grammy winner said.
Sep 7 - Sep 1
Mom who wrote about waiting to teach her son to read responds to backlash
Her decision has drawn harsh criticism from many other parents.
Sep 1 - Aug 24
A mother’s emotional note to her kids about growing up
One mom's take on the bittersweetness of your children growing up.
Aug 24 - Aug 15
'Check yourself' and other tips for parent-teacher relationships in the new school year
"Queen Bees and Wannabes" author Rosalind Wiseman shares tips for parents.
Aug 15 - Aug 14
Parents turn to crowdfunding to support maternity leave
Thousands of new parents are turning to crowdfunding in order to financially support being able to go on maternity or paternity leave.
Aug 14 - Aug 9
Parenting techniques even apply to guide dogs, study says
Researchers determined what makes a successful guide dog.
Aug 9 - Aug 7
- Jul 28
Mom's viral blog about parenting choices confirms 'both of us are good moms'
Her post has been shared more than half a million times.
Jul 28 - Jul 28
Mom confession: 'I gave up packing healthy lunches for my kids'
And she's not afraid to admit it.
Jul 28 - Jul 25
Single mom inspires others with viral post encouraging co-parenting
Brittney Johnson is good friends with her ex's new girlfriend, Kayla Imhoff.
Jul 25 - Jul 23
Mom encourages parents to teach their children about differences after son ridiculed at church
Stacey Gagnon's 9-year-old son Joel was teased at church.
Jul 23 - Jul 19
18-day-old baby girl dies after contracting meningitis linked to HSV-1, parents say
A couple in Iowa are warning parents about the fragile immune systems of newborn babies after their 18-day-old daughter contracted meningitis HSV-1 from someone and died.
Jul 19 - Jul 7
Couple's incredible infertility struggle that led to their 'Vegas Baby'
The Johnsons mortgaged their house to pay for IVF treatments until they won free treatments in a Vegas fertility clinic's contest, and became the subject of a new documentary.
Jul 7 - Jun 27
Majority of parents have given kids wrong medicine dose: Study
More than 80 percent of parents have made at least one dosing error when administering medicine to their young children, according to a new study released by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Jun 27